KH Parents/Guardians - important information was sent to your email yesterday. Please ensure you read about the options of either face-to-face or at home learning for Sept. Choosing home learning requires enrollment by Aug 19th. Info can be found at: http://kprdsb.ca/en/COVID-19.html

Good Morning Families of Kawartha Heights Public School,

I wanted to get in touch to thank you for your ongoing patience and understanding as we work as quickly as possible to prepare for this very different start-up. I know you have LOTS of questions about what learning will look like - whether you have selected in-school learning or online learning. I want to assure you that we are working as quickly as we can to get you the answers you need. The first step in this process was identifying which students will be engaging in online learning. Now that we have these numbers, we can begin to consider implications for those attending school in person. I'll be in touch later this week with additional details. In the meantime, thank you again for your support, encouragement, patience and understanding.

As we prepare for both in-school and remote learning for September, it is imperative that any KPR loaned technology, be returned as soon as possible. This is very time sensitive, as we need to refresh computers and prepare to potentially redistribute to children who are learning online and need this critical resource. If the school loaned you a computer/Chromebook to use between March and June 2020, then The Kawartha Pine Ridge District Board Office (Education Centre) will be your regional drop off centre located at 1994 Fisher Drive, Peterborough, Ontario. The regional centre will be open to parents/guardians for returns on the following dates: August 25th, 26th and 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Alternatively, you may drop off your child’s loaned technology to the school. When you arrive at the school, please ring the doorbell and someone will provide you with further directions. Mrs. E. will be contacting families early this week to find out whether you will be dropping the devices off at the Board Office or at the school.

Please note: If you have registered to opt out of in-school learning for September, then you will not be required to return your technology at this time as it will be needed for your child’s remote learning. If your child has a personal computer/Chromebook through Special Education Services, then they can return it to school on their first day.

Thank you for your assistance with returning all borrowed technology/devices. We greatly appreciate your support in helping us to prepare for school re-opening.

Sincerely,

Jennifer

Jennifer Sampson
Principal
Kawartha Heights P.S.

Parent Peek at the Week - August 26th

Kawartha Heights families,

Please click on the link above to view our first Parent Peek at the Week for the school year, full of important information. During these uncertain times, we will communicate as often as we can in the lead up to our first day together.

See you soon!

This fall, walking in the halls at Kawartha Heights will be a little different. Check out this short video for a sneak peek into how we will be getting around:

Walking in the Halls

We can't wait to see you soon!

This year, we'll be using refillable water bottles at Kawartha Heights when we get thirsty. Check out this video to find out more!

Water Bottle Filling

This fall, we'll all be making sure we know how to stay safe and wash our hands really well. Watch Mrs. Robertson and Mrs. Hiscock as they wash their hands.

Washing our Hands

As we continue to prepare for the return to school, here is some more information to help you along. Please get in touch with any questions!

Parent Peek at the Week - Sept. 3rd

Are you curious about how to put your mask on and take it off? Check out how Mrs. Bolton and Ms. McCabe have learned to do it!

Putting on and taking off your mask

The adults at Kawartha Heights might look a little different this year....but we're smiling behind our masks :) Check out this short video to see what our amazing staff look like - with and without our masks!

Who's Smiling Behind that Mask?

We're excited to show you what our classrooms look like - and can't wait to see you in Kindergarten very soon. Take a peek to see what Room 2 and Room 3 will look like when you come to school next week.

Welcome to our Kindergarten Classes!

You've been waiting patiently and asking lots of questions.....in this week's Parent Peek at the Week, we do our best to answer many of the "start up" questions you've had.  It is packed full of great information, so make sure you read through carefully. We look forward to seeing you very soon!

Parent Peek at the Week - September 9th

Today we continue our video series - peeking in on our Primary Classrooms. Take a minute to see what Mrs. Hansen, Mrs. Rutherford and Mrs. Beaton's classes look like!

Welcome to our Primary Classrooms

We are excited to see you at school very soon.

This is the final video in our classroom tour series - check out our Junior rooms! Mrs. Ross, Ms. Howson, Ms. Landry and Ms. Baker invite you to see what our Grade 3/4 - 6 classrooms will look like.

Welcome to our Junior Classrooms!

See you next week!

Welcome to our first "official" Parent Peek at the Week for September 13th. We can't wait to see everyone at school this week :)  

Parent Peek at the Week - September 13th

Please keep in touch - together we will make this an amazing return to school.

Welcome to our first full week welcoming ALL our wonderful students to Kawartha Heights! We want to thank all our families for your support and understanding as we adjust to our new normal. Here is your Parent Peek at the Week:

Parent Peek at the Week - September 21st

Have a fantastic week!

Welcome to the last week of September at Kawartha Heights!  There is LOTS going on this week - take a look at our Parent Peek at the Week to find out more:

Parent Peek at the Week - September 28th

We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow :)

Happy Thanksgiving Kawartha Heights! We hope you have enjoyed a restful and relaxing long weekend. We have lots of exciting things going on at our school. Please take a minute to read our Parent Peek at the Week for more information:

Parent Peek at the Week - October 12th

As always, if you have any questions or comments, please feel free to get in touch.

Welcome to another great week at Kawartha Heights! Here is an update of all the exciting things happening at our school this week:

Parent Peek at the Week - October 19th

Have a wonderful week, Kawartha Heights!

Welcome to a "spooky and spectacular" last week of October at Kawartha Heights. Please take a look at our Parent Peek at the Week, to find out what great things are happening at our great school:

Parent Peek at the Week - October 26th

Have a safe and spooky week everyone!

As a new month begins, please take a few minutes to read about all the great things currently happening at Kawartha Heights. Here is our latest Parent Peek at the Week:

Parent Peek at the Week - November 2nd

Please keep in touch!

Hello Kawartha Heights Families!

Welcome to another great week at our school. This week we are launching our first ever KH Cougar Kindness Challenge. To learn more about this great family activity and all the things going on at our school, please click on:

Parent Peek at the Week - November 16th

Have a fantastic week!

Well the weather outside is frightful......winter is here!

Welcome to another great week at Kawartha Heights. A reminder that this Friday is a PA day, so students will be home while we engage in professional learning.

Here's your Parent Peek at the Week:

Parent Peek at the Week - November 23rd

Stay safe - and warm!!!

Welcome to December!

It's hard to believe that December is already here. In this week's Parent Peek at the Week, there is a little countdown "gift" for you to enjoy - as well as updates and news about all the things going on at Kawartha Heights. Here's a link to this week's version:

Parent Peek at the Week - November 30th

Have a great week - please stay safe!

As the month of December continues to move along, we know it can be a very busy and challenging time for everyone. Please know that we are here for you at Kawartha Heights! If there is anything we can do to support, please get in touch. 

Here is the Parent Peek at the Week - full of information about all the goings on at our great school.

Parent Peek at the Week - December 7th

Stay warm and stay safe!

Welcome to our last week of school for 2020 - and what a year it has been! From all of us at Kawartha Heights, we wish you a restful and relaxing holiday and we can't wait to see you back at school again in the new year.

Here is your Parent Peek at the Week for the week of December 14th:

Parent Peek at the Week - December 14th

Happy New Year Kawartha Heights!

We hope that all our families had a quiet, restful and safe break. We know that this week will look a little different - we're here and ready to support in any way we can. Please take a look at the Parent Peek at the Week for more information:

 Parent Peek at the Week - January 4th

As always - please get in touch if you have any questions. Have a great first week back!

Happy New Year Kawartha Heights! Here are today's morning video announcements:

Morning Video Announcements - January 4th

Happy Tuesday Kawartha Heights! I'm so proud of all your courage and perseverance yesterday. Keep up the great work!

Here are your morning video announcements for today:

Morning Video Announcements - January 5th

Good morning Kawartha Heights! Here's to a great day of learning :) Take a minute to listen to the morning video announcements for today:

Morning Video Announcements - January 6th

Have a fantastic day of learning!

Good evening Kawartha Heights families -

Please see the attached letter from Mrs. Sampson.

Letter to Parents - January 7th

Take care and stay safe!

Happy Friday Kawartha Heights! You've done a wonderful job learning remotely this week - we are so proud of you!

Enjoy today's morning video announcements:

Morning Video Announcements - January 8th, 2021

Have a fabulous Friday!

Welcome to week 2 of virtual learning at Kawartha Heights! We are so proud of our students and families for all they were able to accomplish this past week. Keep up the great work! Here is our Parent Peek at the Week - full of important information to help guide you through this challenging time:

Parent Peek at the Week - January 11th

Please keep in touch and if you need anything, just let us know.

Welcome to week 2 of distance learning! Make sure you connect with you class this morning - and here's to a wonderful day of learning. Here are your morning video announcements for today:

Morning Video Announcements - January 11th

Happy Tuesday Kawartha Heights! Today I have a special Cougar surprise for you as part of the morning announcements - take a peek to see what it is!

Morning Video Announcements - January 12th

Happy Wednesday everyone! There is a special friend who is joining us for announcements this morning. Take a peek to see who it is!

Here are your morning video announcements for today:

Morning Video Announcements - January 13th

Happy Thursday Kawartha Heights! Take a look at our morning video announcements this morning, for another peek at our newly adopted cheetah friend.

Here are your morning video announcements for today:

Morning Video Announcements - January 14th

Have a terrific Thursday!

Happy Friday Kawartha Heights! There's a little task I need your help with today - listen to the morning announcements to find out what it is. Here are your morning video announcements for today:

Morning Video Announcements - January 15th

Once you've listened to the video announcements, please go to the following link to vote for your favourite cheetah name:

Vote for cheetah's name!

Have a fabulous Friday Kawartha Heights!

Welcome to another great week at Kawartha Heights!

We know things are tough right now - we're here for you. Please take a read to hear how we can support, important updates such as registration for Kindergarten and the Virtual Elementary School, and some tips and tricks to survive during this challenging time.

Here you go:

Parent Peek at the Week - January 18th

In the Peek at the Week, you'll find information on Mrs. Sampson's Excellent Learning Adventures. If you'd like to see what's there (and please check back frequently for new tasks you can enjoy with your children), the Google Classroom code to join is: mwlrbht

Have a fantastic week!

Mrs. Sampson

Good morning and welcome to another great week Kawartha Heights! Here are your morning video announcements for today AND the results of our cheetah naming poll.

Morning Video Announcements - January 18th

Good morning Kawartha Heights! Check out our morning video announcements today for a new poll - and also something called "Which One Doesn't Belong?"

Morning Video Announcements - January 19th

Have a great day!

Happy Wednesday Kawartha Heights! Make sure you check out this morning announcements about a new poll to vote for your favourite virtual spirit day for this Friday and a "Which One Doesn't Belong?" challenge.

Morning Video Announcements January 20th

Here is the link to vote in our poll: Spirit Day Poll

Have a great day!

Good morning Kawartha Heights - check out our morning video announcements to find out the favourite vote for our spirit day on Friday.

Morning Video Announcements - January 21st

Have a great day!